Foster Garvey PC, one of the Paci?c Northwest's leading law ?rms, is seeking a skilled and dynamic HR Manager to join our team and support our employee relations, recruiting efforts, training, and development. The successful candidate will possess proven strong employee relations, sta?ng and training and development skills. They will also be outgoing, positive, and a team player whose expertise will contribute to building a high-performing team and maintaining a healthy firm culture. The HR Manager plays a crucial role in fostering a positive work environment, ensuring the well-being of our employees, and attracting top talent to the organization. Working collaboratively with the Chief People Officer and the HR Department, the HR Manager will be responsible for managing various aspects of employee relations, performance management, and the full recruitment lifecycle.
Join our team and be an integral part of a vibrant firm culture that values its employees' growth and success. If you are a proactive, driven, and compassionate HR professional, we would love to hear from you!
This is a full-time, exempt position. The position is located in Seattle, Washington and requires an in the office presence. Depending on experience, there is flexibility on the title.
Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute effective recruitment strategies to attract and hire top talent aligned with the firm's values and culture.
• Source candidates through various channels, such as job boards, social media, referrals, and professional networks.
• Conduct prescreen interviews to assess candidate qualifications and make informed hiring recommendations to the hiring manager(s).
• Serve as a point of contact for employees to address their concerns and conflicts.
• Assist with investigations and resolve employee issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of firm policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior management to proactively address workplace challenges and promote a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Coach and advise supervisors and managers on handling employee relations matters and maintaining a productive team.
• Conduct employee exit interviews to gather valuable feedback from departing employees about their overall experience with the firm, reasons for leaving, and insights into areas of improvement.
• Assist with the performance management process, including setting performance goals, conducting evaluations, and providing feedback to employees.
• Identify performance improvement opportunities and develop appropriate action plans to enhance employee performance.
• Coach and support supervisors and managers in conducting performance reviews and creating development plans for their team members.
• Stay up to date on relevant employment laws, regulations, and industry best practices, ensuring the firm's HR policies and practices are in compliance.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Collaborate with the HR team to design and implement employee engagement initiatives, training programs, and professional development opportunities.
• Support the development of career paths and succession planning strategies to nurture talent within the firm.
Skills:
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with employees at all levels.
• A strategic thinker with the ability to identify and address HR challenges proactively.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Prior Supervisory Experience required.
• Training and Development experience a plus.
• 4-8 years’ experience as an HR Generalist or similar role preferred.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software programs.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred.
Perks:
• In-person and virtual training opportunities.
• Collaboration across all Foster Garvey offices.
• Workplace Wellness Program, and more!
Salary Range
The pay range for this position is $120,000-$170,000 annually; however, actual pay may vary depending on the candidate's education, training, experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Other Compensation and Benefits
Foster Garvey offers a competitive compensation and benefits package** including, but not limited to, the following:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan, match, and profit-sharing
• Commuter allowance
• Paid time off plus paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• Disability and life insurance
• Parental leave
• Community service leave
• Annual discretionary bonus, and more!
**The provision of benefits is contingent on an employee's ability to meet the eligibility requirements for the various types of benefits as outlined in the benefit plan documents and Firm policies.
Pre-Employment Screening
Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background screening.
APPLY
TO APPLY for this position visit www.foster.com/careers and complete the online application. Please include your resume and a cover letter with salary requirements.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Foster Garvey PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, citizenship, sex, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
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